Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market

Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market Size (2025 to 2033)

The Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market size was estimated at USD 1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 1.54 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 5.55% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2033. The Asia-Pacific Citric Acid market is showcasing significant potential in the mentioned forecast period.

Citric acid is an organic acid found in citrus fruits. It is mainly used as acidulant to add sour taste to soft drinks and foods and also used as preservative in various kinds of processed foods. It can also be used in the manufacturing of various detergents and cleaners, pharmaceuticals, industrial applications and personal care products.

Market Drivers 

Citric acid market is driven by factors like wide applicability of citric acid as an acidulant, emulsifier, preservative, sequestrant, flavorant, and buffering agent in various products of non-food and food industries. Rising applications of citric acid in detergents and cleansers for their biodegradability and other ecofriendly properties are also key driving factors of market.

Market Restraints

However, these manufacturers face strong competition from inter and intra market peers. This acts as one of the major restraint restricting the market.

Segmental Analysis

Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market By Form

• Anhydrous
• Liquid

Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market By Application

• Food
  • Beverages
  • Confectionaries
  • Convenience food products
    • Creams
    • fats and fillings
    • Soups and Sauces
    • oils
  • Dairy products
• Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics
• Reagents
• Others

Food segment dominates the market with around three fourths of the share.

Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market By Function

• Acidulant
• Antioxidant
• Preservative
• Sequestrant

Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market By Grade

• Pharmaceutical
• Industrial

Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market By Region

• China
• India
• Australia
• Japan
• South Korea

Asia-Pacific position can be attributed to China being major exporter and consumer of citric acid.

Key Players in the market

Major key players in the Asia Pacific Citric Acid Market are Tate & Lyle plc, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Pfizer Inc., and Gadot Biochemical Industries.